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ourfirstyorkie · 06-06-2011, 06:13 AM

Welcome to YT!
When I got my first Yorkie, I asked the breeder if I should get 2 at the same time. She said she would not sell me two at once. Because the difficulty in training them. She said if you don't physically see who made the mistake, you cannot correct the behavior. It would be difficult to figure out who did what, when. So, with that stated, I did not get 2 but have to say it is not impossible, just hard work and patience.

Now, when my yorkie turned 15mos old, I got a standard size goldendoodle pup. She came to me just over 6 lbs. I believe the doodle helped the yorkie to housetrain. The 12 mos prior to the doodle were the most trying times for me. People thought I was crazy to get another dog with the yorkie not yet housebroken. She is still challenging but I have finally got her to not mark in the house and to wait to "go" outside. And figured out the overnight bathroom issue as well.
Anyway, these 2 are inseparable. And the goldendoodle is huge! So it is very funny walking the 2. They chew on either end of the same bully stick. LOL
So Best of luck to you. I think you will be happy in the end!

nancyf007 · 06-06-2011, 04:11 PM

I know Abby had a sister that was available but I don't know if she still is.
I know what you mean about the closeness Abby and I are buds and I wouldn't want to lose that.

Mom of 3 · 06-06-2011, 04:30 PM

My neighbor took two of my puppies (both boys) and they have helped each other in learning to use pee-pad, climb, sit, stay, etc. One is her "hubby's" and one is hers. They were both 12 weeks old when she took them. I would think they would keep each other company, and sleep better at night.

Gennies · 06-06-2011, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by AbbyMax

Thanks for the support.

Last week I talked with the vet about getting them spay/neutered. Since they are a few weeks apart, I am not sure if they will go together or at different times for their procedures. I plan on taking a few days off to make sure all goes well when they get home. I know this will actually be more for my piece of mind, but these little ones never slow down

I have scheduled to take the week off of work for the first week the puppies come home to make sure we all settle in together. Not everyones dream vacation, but sounds great to me!

I think it's a perfect vacation....in fact tomorrow's the last day of my week and a half off with my new baby girl. It's been the best experience ever!!! Congratulations!!!!

BanditSocks2 · 06-06-2011, 05:40 PM

That's what sick days are for

Why are you getting them from two different moms? Did you just like their personalities?

Good luck, it'll be an adventure, but it'll be one you'll be able to look back on and be proud of yourself for

AbbyMax · 06-06-2011, 08:57 PM

After spending several hours on two different occasions with the puppies and watching them interact, I decided these were the two for me. They have the best little personalities - and I know I have not seen anything yet! I can't wait to watch them develop and grow. Like all Yorkies, they seem to have no fear and have no clue that they are "little" dogs.

AbbyMax · 06-06-2011, 09:22 PM

I am working on a little schedule for the babies for their first week at home. I plan on having time for them to play together (with and without me) and time for them to play one on one with me. (Yes, I am a little type A.) I want them to both bond with me and feel comfortable being left alone when one of them goes to the vet or something.

From the time I have spent with them at the breeder (about 6 hours total), I can say they have their own little personalities. I am exciting to see them develop and grow.

AbbyMax · 06-10-2011, 04:37 AM

Abby and Max came home yesterday to their new home. They did great. They did not sleep thru the night - which is common. I went in the bath room with them every two hours for about 30 minutes. They went on the pee-pad about 90% of the time in the bathroom. (Not so lucky when we were playing in the living room, but at least I learned where they like to scope out potty sites.) I went back to bed and they went to sleep - and it repeated when I heard them moving again. Course, I got up at 5am (my usual) and they are now sound asleep. Will post a pic when they slow down enough for me to get a good shot.

gracielove · 06-10-2011, 08:10 AM

Congratulations. Will be looking forward to pictures.

ASTPhi877 · 06-11-2011, 10:35 AM

Congratulations! You are going to have soooo much FUN!!! I can't wait to see your pics!!!!!!!

Mom of 3 · 06-11-2011, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by ASTPhi877

Congratulations! You are going to have soooo much FUN!!! I can't wait to see your pics!!!!!!!

~Ditto~

susan lynn · 06-11-2011, 11:05 AM

Congratulations, 2 are so much fun, I got my first 2, 6 weeks apart and now have 4.

zekie's mom · 06-11-2011, 06:05 PM

In some ways two are better than one because they have each other to play with and keep each other company. The only downside I can see is the expense. If you can afford two, all the better, as far as I am concerned.

06-06-2011, 06:13 AM	#31
ourfirstyorkie ☺Farrah☺ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Long Island, NY, USA Posts: 1,430 Blog Entries: 1	Welcome to YT! When I got my first Yorkie, I asked the breeder if I should get 2 at the same time. She said she would not sell me two at once. Because the difficulty in training them. She said if you don't physically see who made the mistake, you cannot correct the behavior. It would be difficult to figure out who did what, when. So, with that stated, I did not get 2 but have to say it is not impossible, just hard work and patience. Now, when my yorkie turned 15mos old, I got a standard size goldendoodle pup. She came to me just over 6 lbs. I believe the doodle helped the yorkie to housetrain. The 12 mos prior to the doodle were the most trying times for me. People thought I was crazy to get another dog with the yorkie not yet housebroken. She is still challenging but I have finally got her to not mark in the house and to wait to "go" outside. And figured out the overnight bathroom issue as well. Anyway, these 2 are inseparable. And the goldendoodle is huge! So it is very funny walking the 2. They chew on either end of the same bully stick. LOL So Best of luck to you. I think you will be happy in the end! __________________ Michele Farrah Stella and Jerry

06-06-2011, 04:30 PM	#33
Mom of 3 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 2,181	My neighbor took two of my puppies (both boys) and they have helped each other in learning to use pee-pad, climb, sit, stay, etc. One is her "hubby's" and one is hers. They were both 12 weeks old when she took them. I would think they would keep each other company, and sleep better at night. __________________ My 6 Loves Sassy, Gracie, Rosie, Rocky..... Raindrop, and Candy

06-10-2011, 04:37 AM	#38
AbbyMax Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Arizona, USA Posts: 481	The babies are home Abby and Max came home yesterday to their new home. They did great. They did not sleep thru the night - which is common. I went in the bath room with them every two hours for about 30 minutes. They went on the pee-pad about 90% of the time in the bathroom. (Not so lucky when we were playing in the living room, but at least I learned where they like to scope out potty sites.) I went back to bed and they went to sleep - and it repeated when I heard them moving again. Course, I got up at 5am (my usual) and they are now sound asleep. Will post a pic when they slow down enough for me to get a good shot.

06-11-2011, 11:05 AM	#42
susan lynn Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Georgia Posts: 3,262	Congratulations, 2 are so much fun, I got my first 2, 6 weeks apart and now have 4. __________________ SUSAN : TESSIE : HOBBES :CALVIN :SASSY There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face! ~ Ben Williams

06-06-2011, 04:11 PM	#32
nancyf007 YT Addict Join Date: May 2011 Location: Fort Myers Posts: 339 Blog Entries: 8	I know Abby had a sister that was available but I don't know if she still is. I know what you mean about the closeness Abby and I are buds and I wouldn't want to lose that.

06-06-2011, 05:40 PM	#35
BanditSocks2 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Crofton, MD, USA Posts: 1,522	That's what sick days are for Why are you getting them from two different moms? Did you just like their personalities? Good luck, it'll be an adventure, but it'll be one you'll be able to look back on and be proud of yourself for

06-06-2011, 08:57 PM	#36
AbbyMax Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Arizona, USA Posts: 481	After spending several hours on two different occasions with the puppies and watching them interact, I decided these were the two for me. They have the best little personalities - and I know I have not seen anything yet! I can't wait to watch them develop and grow. Like all Yorkies, they seem to have no fear and have no clue that they are "little" dogs.

06-06-2011, 09:22 PM	#37
AbbyMax Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Arizona, USA Posts: 481	I am working on a little schedule for the babies for their first week at home. I plan on having time for them to play together (with and without me) and time for them to play one on one with me. (Yes, I am a little type A.) I want them to both bond with me and feel comfortable being left alone when one of them goes to the vet or something. From the time I have spent with them at the breeder (about 6 hours total), I can say they have their own little personalities. I am exciting to see them develop and grow.

06-10-2011, 08:10 AM	#39
gracielove YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NY Posts: 6,582	Congratulations. Will be looking forward to pictures.

06-11-2011, 10:35 AM	#40
ASTPhi877 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Louisiana, USA Posts: 192	Congratulations! You are going to have soooo much FUN!!! I can't wait to see your pics!!!!!!!

06-11-2011, 06:05 PM	#43
zekie's mom YT Addict Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: PA & FL Posts: 403	In some ways two are better than one because they have each other to play with and keep each other company. The only downside I can see is the expense. If you can afford two, all the better, as far as I am concerned.